Downward Departure by ShortSleeve
Downward Departure lands on the indica-leaning side of the spectrum, ShortSleeve's take on the Original Diesel × Jailbird TK line. Indoors it typically finishes flowering in around 70 days after the flip to 12/12. The environment targets below are the same stage-by-stage bands the Cultivar journal grades real Downward Departure grows against.
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| Breeder | ShortSleeve |
|---|---|
| Type | mostly indica |
| Flowering time | ±70 days |
| Environment | Indoors |
| Lineage | Original Diesel × Jailbird TK |
| Descendants | Downward Dog |
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Growing Downward Departure: what to expect
As an indica-leaning plant, expect a modest stretch after the flip (roughly 50–100%) and dense bud structure — which makes late-flower humidity discipline the main risk: keep RH in the 40s once buds fatten to stay ahead of mold. Growers familiar with Original Diesel or Jailbird TK will recognize much of its behavior. Whatever the listing says, the cut in YOUR tent is the ground truth: log feedings, readings, and photos, and let the trends — not the label — drive decisions.
Downward Departure FAQ
How long does Downward Departure take to flower?
Downward Departure typically flowers in around 70 days after switching to a 12/12 light schedule. Individual phenotypes vary, so judge harvest readiness by trichome color, not the calendar.
Is Downward Departure an indica or a sativa?
Downward Departure is listed as mostly indica.
What are the parents of Downward Departure?
Downward Departure was bred from Original Diesel × Jailbird TK by ShortSleeve.
What environment does Downward Departure like?
Standard cannabis bands work well: VPD 0.8–1.1 kPa in veg and 1.0–1.4 kPa in flower, with humidity stepping down from 65–75% as a seedling to 40–50% in late flower. See the stage-by-stage table on this page.
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